Precast Supervisor

Purpose of the Role:
To plan, organise, lead and control site operations for compliance with the construction programme ensuring consistency in terms of, and in order to, ensure safety, cost, time, quality, environmental, community targets are achieved.
Qualifications:

• Trade or equivalent in Civil Engineering
• White Card
• Driving License

Experience:

• Experience working on Australian civil construction environment, precast concrete elements and associated facilities establishment
• Minimum 8 years' experience on major infrastructure construction operations of similar scale with a proven ability to operate in a dynamic “live” environment and to meet significant program hurdles.

Required Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of local WHS standards and regulations
• Ability to supervise team members, work closely with safety and other departments to control and maintain project safety standards
• Demonstrate a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Ability to lead and manage teams
• Demonstrate initiative and creative problem-solving skills
• Practical knowledge and understanding of computers and Microsoft software packages.
• Good communication skill, both oral and written
• Self motivated.
• Mechanical or Electrical Trade background
• Ability to implement and follow through on multiple issues and to achieve productive results
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets and can prioritise tasks under pressure
• Good organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• The ability to work quickly, effectively and positively in a demanding environment
• The ability to work well under pressure
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer skills, competent using maintenance systems
• Ability to drive performance and the lead a team.
• Sound negotiation skills

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily prestart and weekly toolbox meetings for direct work team to ensure safety is discussed, promoted and issues are resolved;
• Conduct informal site safety walks each day to elevate employees and subcontractors focus on safety and remove, rectify &/or report any hazards as required;
• Lead and participate in scheduled site safety walks and action any items to rectify issues or improve site safety;
• Ensure equipment undergoes a Plant Hazard and Risk Assessment before commencing work and ensure operators are certified and competent and complete daily plant checklists;
• Develop “One Team” culture so that the site teams cooperate well with each other and integrate effectively with the wider project teams;
• Ensure Apprentices and Trainees are mentored and supervised in accordance with their prescribed learning outcomes;
• Foster and develop an innovative culture among the workforce team where each team member actively looks for better ways to do their job and meet Project requirements;
• Manage day to day performance and development of employees including effectively coaching and mentoring;
• Identify and resolve any IR/ER issues and escalate serious issues to the Superintendent/Construction Manager in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Review and understand all drawings, programs, project specifications and sequences of work for the specific scope of work;
• Be responsible for accurate and effective shift handovers as required;

The above listed authorities & responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.